Clear skies and sun. That’s what most people expect when they go on vacation.
This five-star hotel knows, however, that the weather can have other ideas and offers a unique “silver lining” for guests who are forced to endure the rain during their stay.
InterContinental Singapore has introduced a new package called ‘Rain Resist Bliss’, where guests receive a refund voucher worth the value of their one night’s room rate ‘if their plans are interrupted by rain’.
Andreas Kraemer, CEO of InterContinental Singapore, introduced the package after one of his friends joked that being able to guarantee good weather would be the next level in luxury travel.
However, to redeem the money, some conditions must be met.
InterContinental Singapore (above) has introduced a new package called ‘Rain Resist Bliss’, where guests receive a refund voucher worth the value of their one night’s room rate ‘if their plans are interrupted by rain’.
The refund bonus must be redeemed at InterContinental Singapore within six months of issue date and the offer only applies to guests staying in suites, which start at SGD850 (£504/$623) per night for junior suites and up to SGD4,500 SGD (£2,671/$3,302) for the presidential suite.
And unfortunately the voucher cannot be redeemed due to a downpour or a little drizzle.
According to the hotel websiteTo be eligible for reimbursement, rain must exceed 120 minutes in duration within a four-hour block during the day (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.).
For example, the website says, if it rains continuously between 16:00 and 17:30 (90 minutes) and again between 18:00 and 18:30 (30 minutes), a bonus will be activated.
However, guests don’t need to lift a finger to claim the voucher – it is automatically issued within seven working days if rainfall data released by Singapore’s National Environment Agency shows the conditions have been met.
To be eligible for reimbursement, rain must exceed 120 minutes in duration within a four-hour block during the day.
The hotel group told MailOnline Travel: “While we may not be able to control the weather, we can still help guests be in control of their plans when staying with this package.”
“Travelers heading to Southeast Asia from May to October will especially benefit from this package, as Singapore is famous for its surprise rain showers during that time of year.”
If travelers encounter torrential rain, the hotel recommends indoor attractions such as the Museum of Asian Civilizations, Takashimaya Shopping Mall, and Lau Pa Sat, a huge food market offering various local dishes.
The Rain Resist Bliss package is available until the end of 2024. For more information, visit: singapore.intercontinental.com/offers/rain-assurance-package.